Romain – Physical therapist specializing in back rehabilitation and running

I work as a physical therapist at Maisonneuve CARE Charmilles in Geneva, where I offer specialized care in back physical therapy in the Charmilles neighborhood, spinal rehabilitation, and the treatment of running-related injuries, complemented by expertise in sports physical therapy.

My professional career has taken me to Belgium, Martinique, Corsica, Bordeaux, and Guadeloupe, where I have worked in a variety of healthcare settings. After my first job at a nursing home in Brussels, I spent three years working at a practice specializing in the care of athletes and patients with obesity-related issues.

I have taken a particular interest in back physical therapy and spinal rehabilitation, further developing my skills through the McKenzie Part A (lumbar spine) and Part B (cervical spine) training courses, which I completed in 2024. This approach enhances my care for patients with lower back pain, neck pain, and spinal pain through individualized assessment and the use of tailored therapeutic exercises.

As a passionate runner, I also completed the La Clinique du Coureur 1.0 and 1.1 training courses in 2021, which focus on the prevention and management of running-related injuries. I am particularly interested in knee, foot, and ankle pain, as well as issues related to repetitive mechanical stress and training load management.

In addition, I expanded my skills in sports physical therapy and sports injury rehabilitation through the Kinésport Expert training program, which I completed between 2019 and 2020. This training complements my approach to functional recovery, muscle strengthening, and a gradual return to physical activity.

In addition to my professional work, I have volunteered as a support staff member at several sporting events, including the Oxfam Trailwalker in Belgium, the Trail du Loup Garou in Martinique, and the Diagonale des Fous in Réunion. These experiences have allowed me to interact with athletes of various skill levels and to better understand the physical demands associated with endurance and trail running events.

I place particular emphasis on listening, assessing needs, and providing personalized care. Every patient has a unique situation and specific goals. I therefore make sure to tailor the rehabilitation program to each patient’s abilities, progress, and the activities they hope to resume.

As part of my practice in back physical therapy and spinal rehabilitation in Geneva, I draw particularly on my McKenzie training to treat patients with lower back and neck pain. My approach is based on an individualized assessment, tailored therapeutic exercises, and active patient participation to promote the restoration of mobility and functional abilities.

Treating running-related injuries is also a major part of my practice. Thanks to my training at La Clinique du Coureur, I work with runners experiencing pain or injuries, taking into account their skill level, training load, and goals. I prioritize a gradual return to running, tailored to each individual’s abilities.

In sports physical therapy, my approach combines therapeutic exercises, muscle strengthening, and functional training. The goal is to promote a gradual recovery from injury and prepare patients for a return to physical and sports activities.

Finally, I am convinced that therapeutic education and patient autonomy areessential to effective rehabilitation. I strive to provide tailored advice and exercises to help each patient better understand their pain, regain confidence in movement, and maintain the benefits of their rehabilitation over the long term.

At Maisonneuve CARE Charmilles, my goal is to provide physical therapy in Geneva based on an active and personalized approach, aimed at achieving lasting improvements in my patients’ mobility, functional abilities, and quality of life.